About Us

Kaweah Delta has been meeting the health needs of Tulare County for nearly
55 years. As the current largest hospital in the county, we bring together
a team of over 4,000 medical and health professionals and have eight campuses
spread out across the area. We are also proud to be the only local hospital
for Visalia, providing the personalized care local patients need. Ready
to learn more about Kaweah Delta and the impact we are having on the community's health?

Our Locations

Kaweah Delta Health Care District has locations that stretch across Tulare
County, providing comprehensive and accessible health services to patients
throughout the community. From physical therapy specialists to hospice
to our sleep disorders center to our health clinics, you can come to any
of our locations nearest you for the quality care and treatment you need.
Ready to learn more? Visit our locations page today.

Foundation

Established in 1979, the Kaweah Delta Hospital Foundation addresses the
health needs of our community by supporting Kaweah Delta Health Care District.
The funds raised by the Foundation help provide equipment, new facilities,
and much more to ensure Tulare County has access to superior quality health
services and top of the line facilities. Find how you can get connected
with the Foundation!

Contact Us

With locations across Tulare County, Kaweah Delta Health Care District
is ready to serve your health needs. We are dedicated members of our community
and remain passionate about improving health care quality and accessibility
for our region. We have received outstanding recognition over the years
for our comprehensive health services. Partner with us for your health
today! Get in touch now for more information.

Neurosurgery Services

Tulare County Brain & Spinal Trauma Treatment

Trauma to the brain occurs when an external force causes brain dysfunction.
Traumatic brain injuries can range from mild to severe and result in various
health issues, including temporary dysfunction of brain cells, bleeding,
torn tissues, bruising or even death. Spinal trauma refers to any damage
that occurs to the spinal cord that results in a bruise or tear. Spinal
cord injuries are serious and, depending on the location of the trauma,
may result in partial or total loss of body movement.

Spinal Injury & Brain Injury Symptoms

Common symptoms of spinal trauma include:

Spinal shock, or a loss of feeling and movement below the site of the trauma

Difficulty breathing

Muscle spasticity

Blood pressure issues

Heart rate problems

Loss of bowel and bladder function

If you are experiencing any of the following signs, you may be suffering
from brain trauma:

Loss of consciousness that may last anywhere from a few seconds to minutes

State of confusion or disorientation

Nausea or vomiting

Difficulty sleeping

Fatigue or drowsiness

Headache

Blurred vision

Ringing in the ears

Sensitivity to sound or light

Mood changes

Memory problems

Efficiently Treating Your Brain or Spinal Trauma

If you have spinal trauma, it is important to protect the spine and keep
it immobilized during diagnosis. Your neurosurgeon may order X-rays, CT
scans, MRIs and a clinical exam to assess the damage to your spine. In
the case of spinal trauma, immediate treatment is necessary to prevent
any additional damage to the spinal cord. Surgery may be necessary to
relieve any pressure in your spine or stabilize fractured vertebrae. Long-term
recovery options may include physical, speech and occupational therapies.

From diagnosis to rehabilitation, neurosurgeons at Kaweah Delta will be
with you every step of the way through your brain or spinal trauma treatment.
Schedule a consultation with your primary care doctor.

In Visalia, Kaweah Delta’s surgical team and local neurosurgeons
partner to provide excellent treatment of brain and spine trauma injuries
for patients from Visalia, Hanford, Tulare, Porterville, Fresno, Bakersfield
and surrounding areas.